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NSG 3450 EXAM 4 MENTAL HEALTH GALEN COLLEGE LATEST 2026-2027
ACTUAL EXAM WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS (100% VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+| ||PROFESSOR
VERIFIED|| ||BRANDNEW!!!||
Personality disorders often co-occur with mood and eating
disorders. A young woman Is undergoing treatment at an eating
disorders clinic and her nurse suspects the pt may also have a
cluster B personality disorder due to the young woman's:
a. desire to avoid eating
b. dramatic response to frustration
c. excessive exercise routine
d. morose personality traits - ANSWER-B
Assessing for _________ is the single best predictor of future
violence - ANSWER-Hx of violence
Which individuals are most at risk for displaying aggressive
behavior? Select all that apply:
a. an adolescent embarrassed in front of friends
b. a young male who feels rejected by the social group
c. a young adult depressed after the death of a friend
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d. a middle-aged adult who feels that concerns are going unheard
e. a pt who was discovered telling a lie - ANSWER-a, b, d, e
A newly admitted male pt has a long hx of aggressive behavior
toward staff. Which statement by the nurse demonstrates the
need for more info about the use of restraint?
a. "if his behavior warrants restraints, someone will stay with him
the entire time he's restrained"
b. "I'll call the primary provider and get an as needed (prn)
seclusion/restraint order."
c. "if he is restrained, be sure he is offered food and fluids
regularly"
d. "remember that physical restraints are our last resort" -
ANSWER-B
Which intervention(s) should the nurse implement when helping a
pt expresses anger in an inappropriate manner? Select all that
apply:
a. approach the pt in a calm, reassuring manner
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b. provide suggestions regarding acceptable ways of
communicating anger
c. warn the pt that being angry is not a health emotional state
d. set limits on the angry behavior the will be tolerated
e. allow any expression of anger as long as no one is hurt -
ANSWER-a, b, d
Which guidelines should direct nursing care when deescalating an
angry pt? Select all that apply:
a. intervene as quickly as possible
b. identify the trigger for the anger
c. behave calmly and respectfully
d. recognize the pt's need for increased personal space
e. demands are agreed to as long as they won't result in harm to
anyone - ANSWER-a, b, c, d
Which comorbid condition would result in cautious use of a
selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors for a pt with chronic
aggression?
a. asthma
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b. anxiety ds
c. glaucoma
d. bipolar ds - ANSWER-D
John Patrick is a widower with four daughters. He has enjoyed a
healthy relationship with all of them until they reached puberty. As
each girl began to mature physically, he acted in an aggressive
manner, beating her without provocation. John Patrick is most
likely acting on:
a. self-protective measures
b. stress of raising four daughters
c. frustration on unhealthy desire
d. motivating his daughters to be chaste - ANSWER-C
A nurse named Darryl has been hired to work in a psychiatric
intensive care unit. He has undergone training on recognizing
escalating anger. Which statement indicates that he understands
danger signs in regard to aggression?
a. "I need to be aware of pt's who are withdrawn and sitting alone"
b. "an obvious change in behavior is a risk factor for aggression"
NSG 3450 EXAM 4 MENTAL HEALTH GALEN COLLEGE LATEST 2026-2027
ACTUAL EXAM WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS (100% VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+| ||PROFESSOR
VERIFIED|| ||BRANDNEW!!!||
Personality disorders often co-occur with mood and eating
disorders. A young woman Is undergoing treatment at an eating
disorders clinic and her nurse suspects the pt may also have a
cluster B personality disorder due to the young woman's:
a. desire to avoid eating
b. dramatic response to frustration
c. excessive exercise routine
d. morose personality traits - ANSWER-B
Assessing for _________ is the single best predictor of future
violence - ANSWER-Hx of violence
Which individuals are most at risk for displaying aggressive
behavior? Select all that apply:
a. an adolescent embarrassed in front of friends
b. a young male who feels rejected by the social group
c. a young adult depressed after the death of a friend
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d. a middle-aged adult who feels that concerns are going unheard
e. a pt who was discovered telling a lie - ANSWER-a, b, d, e
A newly admitted male pt has a long hx of aggressive behavior
toward staff. Which statement by the nurse demonstrates the
need for more info about the use of restraint?
a. "if his behavior warrants restraints, someone will stay with him
the entire time he's restrained"
b. "I'll call the primary provider and get an as needed (prn)
seclusion/restraint order."
c. "if he is restrained, be sure he is offered food and fluids
regularly"
d. "remember that physical restraints are our last resort" -
ANSWER-B
Which intervention(s) should the nurse implement when helping a
pt expresses anger in an inappropriate manner? Select all that
apply:
a. approach the pt in a calm, reassuring manner
,3|Page
b. provide suggestions regarding acceptable ways of
communicating anger
c. warn the pt that being angry is not a health emotional state
d. set limits on the angry behavior the will be tolerated
e. allow any expression of anger as long as no one is hurt -
ANSWER-a, b, d
Which guidelines should direct nursing care when deescalating an
angry pt? Select all that apply:
a. intervene as quickly as possible
b. identify the trigger for the anger
c. behave calmly and respectfully
d. recognize the pt's need for increased personal space
e. demands are agreed to as long as they won't result in harm to
anyone - ANSWER-a, b, c, d
Which comorbid condition would result in cautious use of a
selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors for a pt with chronic
aggression?
a. asthma
, 4|Page
b. anxiety ds
c. glaucoma
d. bipolar ds - ANSWER-D
John Patrick is a widower with four daughters. He has enjoyed a
healthy relationship with all of them until they reached puberty. As
each girl began to mature physically, he acted in an aggressive
manner, beating her without provocation. John Patrick is most
likely acting on:
a. self-protective measures
b. stress of raising four daughters
c. frustration on unhealthy desire
d. motivating his daughters to be chaste - ANSWER-C
A nurse named Darryl has been hired to work in a psychiatric
intensive care unit. He has undergone training on recognizing
escalating anger. Which statement indicates that he understands
danger signs in regard to aggression?
a. "I need to be aware of pt's who are withdrawn and sitting alone"
b. "an obvious change in behavior is a risk factor for aggression"
